October 22, 2022 - 15:36 BST Megan Bull Before entering the world of work, these royals took a year out to travel the world and learn new skills. Prince William and Princess Kate both volunteered with charities in South America, meanwhile, Prince Harry and Zara Tindall explored Australia and Princess Eugenie crossed continents: from Asia to Africa and beyond. Find out where these royals spent their gap years...
In 2008 it was reported that Princess Beatrice had undertaken a new, unpaid post at Selfridge's in London. Undertaking work experience as part of her gap year, the royal worked as a personal shopper for VIP customers at the iconic department store.